2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
